Central Yogyakarta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Central Yogyakarta
Popular places to visit

Malioboro Street
Spend a day exploring Yogyakarta’s liveliest commercial district, which is famous for its batik stores, street food and historic landmarks.

Tugu Yogyakarta
Capture spectacular night photos of the popular and luminous White Monument that holds geographical and spiritual value for the locals.

Taman Sari
The majestic water pools and fountains in this luxury palace were built to hide and pamper the sultan and his concubines.

Yogyakarta Presidential Palace
Browse the art galleries in the president’s home and learn about the decisions made here relating to the struggle against Dutch settlers.

Kraton Complex
Watch a puppet performance and listen to traditional music in the cultural and political heart of the city of Yogyakarta.

Fort Vredeburg Museum
See the fascinating dioramas showcasing significant events in Indonesian history and wander through the pretty gardens of this Dutch colonial fortress.
Activities

Yogyakarta: Borobudur sunrise(guarantee climb up)& Prambanan

Borobudur & Prambanan temple with English/France/Italian guide

From Yogyakarta: Borobudur Trip with Guided Tour Options

Yogyakarta: Ramayana Ballet Performance with Optional Dinner

UNESCO Tour: Borobudur Top Access (Ticket Help) & Prambanan
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Yogyakarta

Kampung Ketandan
While Kampung Ketandan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pasar Beringharjo and Malioboro Mall.

Malioboro
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Malioboro. You might want to make time for a stop at Malioboro Mall or Pasar Beringharjo.